Archive for the ‘Birding’ Category

How young is too young to bathe my baby bird?

Thursday, October 8th, 2009

She has learned so much even though ive only had her for two days. She’s trying millet and some pellets but i have to hand feed her still. Hand feeding is so messy and i am wondering how young is too young to bathe a baby bird? I think she’s old enough but i have no idea how to go about it. I dont want to make her afraid of water. Any help?

By: Blue Uke



How much does it cost to get a bird treated for egg binding?

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

I have a cockatiel hen whom I think might be suffering from egg binding. I’m not rich, and was wondering how much money it woould cost for the xrays, and treatment of egg binding. And if she doesn’t have it how much will it cost for them just to comfirm she doesnt?

By: Lovely <3



How long after you put a birdhouse up will birds move in?

Monday, September 7th, 2009

In the beginning of summer I put 2 birdhouses in our yard. I am not sure if anyone had made any of them their homes yet, but I am curious how long would it take for a bird to move into a new birdhouse.

By: Fancy Pants



What is the best way to chase or deter birds from entering into a food manufacturing factory?

Saturday, August 8th, 2009

I am faced with a problem of birds (sprrows) entering into the gowdowns and warehouses. I have placed nets around all entry points but to avail. Can any one give some ideas how to deter them.

By: Ranger



Why do birds use my birdbath when a clean freshwater lake is next door?

Thursday, August 6th, 2009

We’ve never seen them splashing in the lake water but they use the birdbath all the time. The lake water is a public water supply and is very clean.

By: Steve O



Are there any tricks at all to getting your bird to sleep at night?

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

My bird squawks all night long but he has everything food water and i dont know what to do… are there any tips or tricks to getting him to sleep? I cant find any books or site that will inform me of this problem.

By: LuckyClova



How do i make my bird step on my finger?

Monday, June 22nd, 2009

I cant hand fed my bird is there anyway i can train my bird to step on my finger without me forcing it? If you also have any youtube videos please show me thank you.

By: Kenny H



What are the primary effects of oil on birds?

Friday, June 19th, 2009

The primary problem involves physical alteration of the feather structure. When oiled, feathers lose their ability to trap air and repel water. As a result, birds can no longer maintain body heat; they become hypothermic; and their need for food increases. At the same time, due to oil on their plumage, birds do not float well; their swimming and foraging ability decreases; and they often cannot fly and will haul out of the water.

By: skycat



Is stain protectant material harmfull or deadly to birds exspecially amazons?

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009

Ok i know that stain removal prodects spays are hearmfull and deadly to birds. I need to know if Stain protectant matereral is harmful to birds exspeachially amazons.We want to buy a new couch but she said that they are all made from this stain protectant matiereal and it you use stain guard or stain removal sprays you will ruin the couch. Is this material ok for my birds if they touch or ingest any of it buy chance?

By: Charlotte L



Is it true that all birds have rabies?

Monday, June 1st, 2009

Im concerned because my pup came running to the front door with a dead bird in his mouth! I took it away from him. But my friend says birds have rabies, so now Im worried for my pup because he hasn’t gotten his rabies shot because hes not old enough.

By: Queen of Hearts